The correct answer is c : Passed laws
British people did many bad things which cost them support. They implemented taxes as they saw fit, not caring about the people. They would make the common people house soldiers or be punished. They would block ports if the colonists would object, or punish them severely in many other ways.
Past behavior is a good indicator of future behavior, so violent. Hope this helps!!!
Answer: On arrival at Jamestown, they found the Virginia Colony almost destroyed by famine and disease during what has become known as the Starving Time.
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